Sad Potted Limes

Hi there.

I have two tahitian limes that were heavily pruned (by garden centre) before planting, so they are quite topiary like. Or, meant to be,

They’ve been in for over a year now and a lot of new foliage has sprouted at the bottom, and looks quite lush green and healthy, but the top isn’t growing very quickly. I have today pruned the new foliage off.

They are in half wine barrels. I have tried citrus liquid feed for pots, and have mulched around the top and soak feed them regularly. They are in a very sunny spot, full sun.

Am I doing something wrong….?

Would love some feedback, tips etc. on how to get lush lime trees.

We also have a couple of large dogs who could have possibly wee’d on them at some stage, unsure if that is of any use to you also.

Cheers

Kate